Student academics is at a low because of many reasons. The pandemic is the reason for some of the academic problems. Many students fell behind as they struggled with virtual classes. Much is because of a lack of a computer, no internet availability, or lack of parental help and understanding.
Research also shows there is a decline in student academics. This is no surprise. Teachers and administrators had no preparation and training for remote learning. The learning curve was steep, and they learned as they went. This was also true for parents at home with students. Thus, learning mathematics remotely caused students to miss about 10 weeks of education.
Student Academic Loss
No doubt the loss of learning happened during the pandemic. However, losing learning also results in staffing concerns and absenteeism. Students and teachers not only struggle with the loss of in-person instruction but they also face disruptions with behavior and mental health problems.
Losing in-person learning does not mean it’s lost forever. Schools are currently setting up interventions and strategies to help academic declines.
- Schools increase the capacity to learn technology skills. This increases support for learning outside of the classroom. It gives students the digital skills necessary for learning on their own.
- Effective recovery plans provide help and ensure consistency in assessing objectives and approaches.
- Teachers are finding new methods for motivating students.
However, declining student scores do not say this is a lost generation. The whole picture is not complete for the students of the pandemic and the timeline for their capacity to learn. The decline may not be significant.
Schools are not responsible for losing learning. They are presently using strategies to make up for losing in-person learning. Thus, changes in the system are under revision. Even though today the students are in the classroom, schools have to adapt to a non-face-to-face modality as an alternative when necessary.
